Tulip Season Kashmir
- 2NSrinagar
- 1NGulmarg
- 1NPahalgam
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Quick answer
March is when spring starts in the valley. Almond orchards bloom at Badamwari, Navroz arrives, and in 2026 the Tulip Garden opened on 16 March, earlier than usual. Gulmarg still has snow at higher levels. It's one of the calmest and best-value months, though weather can swing between sunshine and a late snowfall.
March at a glance
Last checked 29 Sep 2026- Srinagar
- 3° to 14°C
- Gulmarg
- −4° to 6°C
- Crowds
- Low to medium (rising late in the month)
- Price level
- Normal to low
- Season
- Spring Arrives
What's special
Why March works
Access in March
What's open, what's seasonal
Suggested route for March
Five days, planned for March
A day-by-day outline for March. It follows KTP-030 Tulip Season Kashmir, which suits the season; your planner adjusts it to your dates.
See full itinerary- DAY 1Arrive, Badamwari almond blossom
- DAY 2Tulip Garden (if open), Mughal gardens
- DAY 3Gulmarg for late snow
- DAY 4South Kashmir springs day (Achabal, Kokernag)
- DAY 5Departure
What to pack for March
- Warm jacket
- Layers (fleece + light jacket)
- Waterproof shoes
- Umbrella or rain shell
- Sunglasses
Plans that fit March
All March plansGood in March
Getting here
Arriving by train
The Kashmir rail link now runs to Srinagar. Vande Bharat trains are the quickest way in from Jammu and Katra.
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FAQ
March questions
It varies with the weather. In 2026 it opened on 16 March; in other years it has opened in late March. Dates are announced shortly before.
Yes, in Gulmarg's upper areas, and occasionally a fresh fall in the valley.
Yes: quiet, romantic and good value, with blossom and late snow. Pack for changeable weather.
Usually not yet. Zoji La typically reopens between late March and mid-April.
Generally yes, until the Tulip Garden draws crowds in the last week.
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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 29 Sep 2026 · How we check
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